Q The Fix, Bolt Action, 5.56 NATO, 12″ Threaded Barrel, Gray, Right Hand, 10 Rounds

Product Description

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The Q Mini Fix SBR 5.56 NATO represents a quantum leap in short-barrel rifle design. By combining AR-15 ergonomics, AICS magazine compatibility, and Q’s proprietary single-stage trigger in a purpose-built 12″ platform, this rifle delivers precision rifle performance in a package that’s genuinely compact without compromise. Weighing just 5.5 lbs, the Mini Fix folds to a fraction of its profile—ideal for vehicle storage, travel, or tactical deployment where real estate matters.

About Q LLC

Q was founded by Kevin Brittingham, the legendary engineer behind Advanced Armament Corp’s suppressor innovations and Remington Defense’s tactical systems. Based in Claremont, NH, Q has become known for uncompromising engineering philosophy: suppressors aren’t afterthoughts; they’re the design center. That mindset shaped The Honey Badger (the SOCOM PDW platform), the Sugar Weasel (lightweight 5.56 carbine/pistol), and The Fix itself—each a category-defining rifle that rejected conventional shortcuts.

Key Specifications

Why the Mini Fix Platform

The Mini Fix is a scaled reimagining of The Fix, Q’s flagship precision bolt-action rifle—not a compromise. It inherits the parent platform’s obsessive attention to trigger quality, stock ergonomics, and magazine system reliability while fitting the constraints of a 12″ barrel. The folding aluminum chassis stock isn’t decorative; it’s engineered to maintain zero when deployed, and the AR-ergonomic controls (safety, charging handle placement) mean shooters transition intuitively from modern tactical rifles. At 5.56 NATO, this cartridge delivers proven ballistic performance and ammunition availability—critical factors for a rifle you might actually deploy.

The AICS-pattern magazine compatibility is underrated: you’re not locked into proprietary ammunition feeding. The proprietary single-stage trigger is where Q’s obsession becomes apparent—it’s tuned for precision work without creep or stack, making sub-MOA groups achievable with quality glass and ammunition. A 12″ barrel in 5.56 produces roughly 2,650 fps (M855A1), sufficient for intermediate-range work, and the short length pairs naturally with suppressors if you choose to add one post-purchase. This is a rifle designed by people who actually shoot SBRs, not engineered by committee.

NFA Purchase at Western Sport

This is an NFA-regulated Short-Barrel Rifle (SBR). Federal law requires Form 4 registration, ATF approval, and a tax stamp before you take possession. Typical ATF approval timeline is 8–12 months from submission.

Western Sport holds a Federal Firearms License (FFL) and a Special Occupational Tax (SOT) dealer designation. As an SOT, we can manufacture and register NFA items. Here’s what matters: the federal NFA transfer tax is now $0 under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), and we handle the Form 4 paperwork in-house.

The process: You purchase the Mini Fix. We initiate the ATF Form 4 registration under your name and local jurisdiction. You’ll need to be fingerprinted and obtain local LE certification (CLEO sign-off). Once ATF approves—typically 8–12 months—you pick up your registered SBR and take it home. We handle the heavy lifting; you wait for approval. Questions? Call us at 817-393-4000.

Why Buy from Western Sport

Western Sport has been a licensed FFL/SOT dealer since 2007, based in Roanoke, North Texas (DFW area). We specialize in precision firearms, NFA transfers, and inventory that doesn’t compromise on brand or quality. We know Q rifles, we know NFA compliance, and we know the North Texas shooting community. Call 817-393-4000 with questions about specs, NFA timelines, or anything else—we’re here to help.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes the Q Mini Fix different from a standard AR-15 SBR?

A: The Mini Fix is a bolt-action rifle, not a semi-auto, with proprietary Q single-stage trigger, AR-ergonomic controls, AICS magazine compatibility, and an engineered folding aluminum stock. It delivers precision rifle accuracy and ergonomics in a compact package—designed by Kevin Brittingham’s team at Q LLC, not adapted from an existing platform.

Q: Do I have to pay a $200 tax stamp if I buy through Western Sport?

A: No. Western Sport is an SOT (Special Occupational Tax) dealer. The $200 federal tax stamp applies to civilian Form 4 transfers; it does not apply to SOT manufacturer transfers. You will still need to complete Form 4, be fingerprinted, obtain local CLEO sign-off, and wait for ATF approval (typically 8–12 months), but there is no tax fee.

Q: How long does the NFA registration process take?

A: ATF approval for Form 4 registrations typically takes 8–12 months from submission. Western Sport initiates the paperwork and manages the process; you handle fingerprinting and local LE certification (CLEO sign-off). Once approved, you pick up your registered SBR.

Q: What ammunition does the Mini Fix use, and can I use standard AICS magazines?

A: The Mini Fix chambered in 5.56 NATO fires standard NATO ammunition. The rifle uses 10-round AICS-pattern detachable box magazines, so you’re not locked into proprietary feeding—standard AICS magazines from quality manufacturers will work reliably.

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